US Bridges

Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of Howard LN · Structure no. 142270B07010001

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,091
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,091 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,136 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesScofield Ridge Pky
CrossesWells Branch Trib
Location0.50 MI W of Howard LN
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates30.42779, -97.68665
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,091 (2020)
Projected traffic30,136 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib carry?

About 20,091 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Scofield Ridge Pky over Wells Branch Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.